Baby Friendly Health Initiative (BFHI) is an international health initiative for hospitals to implement evidence-based care to improve breastfeeding statistics and rates and achieve breastfeeding equity.
UCSF is implementing these strategies in order to support our patients’ health and success in feeding their baby as part of the Baby Friendly Hospital Designation!
How we support you for successful breastfeeding. Review the Baby Friendly Designation 10 Steps.
Promote the highest standard of infant feeding--human milk
Reduce disparities in Healthcare through:
Rooming in with baby
Getting to know your baby, bonding, skin to skin, reading feeding cues
Individualized feeding plan that depends on your needs
Making informed decisions
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